B.C. Teen Battles Avian Flu in Critical Condition
A teenager in British Columbia remains in critical care with Canada's first human case of H5N1 avian influenza, though no other cases have been identified. Health officials have tested and monitored contacts and potential sources, all returning negative results. The virus strain is linked to wild geese, not poultry farms, and the public health investigation is currently closed. Authorities emphasize the importance of precautions to prevent further infections, as the virus poses a pandemic risk if it adapts to human transmission.